The Luxembourg 2009 standard 2 euro coin features the effigy of His Royal Highness Grand Duke Henri, who has served as the head of state since 2000. Designed by Yvette Gastauer-Claire, the portrait captures the Grand Duke in profile, facing towards the right. To the left of the royal portrait, the name of the country, LËTZEBUERG, is inscribed vertically, accompanied by the year of issue. Twelve stars representing the European Union encircle the design, reflecting Luxembourg's foundational role in European integration and its commitment to the common currency. This portrait serves as a consistent national symbol, honouring the constitutional monarchy that remains central to the identity and historical continuity of the Grand Duchy. The coin was issued in 2009 with a mintage of 3,500,000 pieces.